2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |